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  • Cutting-edge Computational Intelligence in Healthcare with Convolution and Kronecker Convolution-based Approaches

    • 1st Edition
    • Allam Jaya Prakash + 2 more
    • English
    Cutting-edge Computational Intelligence in Healthcare with Convolution and Kronecker Convolution-based Approaches focuses on the use of deep learning techniques in the field of medical imagine analysis. These advances offer promising progress in healthcare through improvements in diagnostic accuracy, efficiency in medical image interpretation, and breakthroughs in treatment planning. Divided into five sections, the book begins with foundational coverage of deep learning in medical imaging and fundamentals of Convolutional Neural Networks. Discover the role convolutions play in extracting meaningful features from images, aiding tasks such as diagnosis and segmentation. The second section takes a deep dive into Kronecker convolutions and their unique advantages, such as enhanced spatial hierarchy understanding, efficient parameter utilization, and improved adaptability to specific characteristics of medical images. Section three reviews specific applications in tumor detection, enhancing organ segmentation as well as disease classification, and section four explores real-world implementation of AI-driven diagnostic imaging, precision medicine via imaging analytics, and wearable devices and continuous health monitoring. The final section offers discussion on the unique challenges, trends, and potential future directions these innovative computational approaches have on medical image processing and advanced healthcare. In summary, this book takes an interdisciplinary approach to bridge the gap between theory and practice, fusing knowledge from the domains of medicine, computer science, and machine learning to address issues in healthcare through sophisticated image analysis techniques.

  • Quantitative Biology

    Mathematical Modeling and Computation
    • 1st Edition
    • Alonso Ogueda-Oliva + 1 more
    • English
    Quantitative Biology provides quantitative and data-driven approaches for analyzing biological and bio-inspired systems, covering the foundations of mathematical modeling, analysis, and computation. The book presents a practical mix of both theory and computation for a variety of biological applications, with tied-in, engaging project activities, instruction, programming language, and technological tools. Modeling approaches combine mathematical foundations, statistical reasoning, and computational thinking, with applications in compartmental, agent-based, bio image, biological interaction, and neural network modeling, as well as machine learning, parameter identification, and applications across societal challenges.Each chapter includes exposure to models and modeling, a foundational instructional framework, benchmark applications, and numerical simulations with a literate programming guided style that helps readers go beyond replication models and into prediction and data-driven discovery. A companion website also features interactive code to accompany projects across each chapter.

  • 3D Printing of Food Products for Sustainability

    Innovation, Design and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain + 1 more
    • English
    3D Printing of Food Products for Sustainability: Innovation, Design and Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in 3D printing technology as applied to food production, with a focus on sustainability. Divided in 5 parts, the book blends theoretical insights with practical guidelines and real-world case studies to equip readers with a deep understanding of sustainable additive manufacturing processes in the food industry. It addresses the urgent need for innovative approaches to food manufacturing that prioritize environmental stewardship, resource efficiency, and sustainability. The book also offers a detailed exploration of the intersections between 3D printing technology and sustainable food production, making it an indispensable guide for those committed to shaping the future of food sustainability.

  • Clinical Research in Private Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • Jason E. Pope + 3 more
    • English
    Clinical research is the tip of the spear for innovation and central in the development of improving safety and efficacy for patient centric care. Unfortunately, clinical research in academic practices is bogged down by inefficiency and infrequent regulatory oversight, thus leaving physicians unable to meet the clinical and research needs for driving innovation. Private practice is a valid practice cohort that can effectively, reliably, and reproducibly perform study related activities, for both FDA and non-FDA regulated studies, both industry-sponsored or investigator-initiat... Research in Private Practice fills a gap and provides a playbook for how to incorporate clinical research in a validated, safe, and compliant manner, allowing a needed meaningful contribution to the medical space, while concurrently maintaining fiduciary responsibility. Written for physicians by physicians.

  • Behavior of Insect Natural Enemies

    Ecology and Applications in Biological Control
    • 1st Edition
    • Omkar + 1 more
    • English
    Behavior of Insect Natural Enemies: Ecology and Applications in Biological Control provides a comprehensive guide to the mating, oviposition, predation, parasitism, competition, and foraging behavior of insect and mite natural enemies. With contributions from leading experts, the book is an essential resource for anyone with an interest in the fascinating world of insect behavior. Researchers in academia and industry can build upon the knowledge in this resource to investigate and develop novel biocontrol methods. Students, particularly graduate and postgraduate students, as well as lecturers in the fields of entomology, parasitology, zoology, and plant protection will also benefit from its fascinating information.Natural enemies of insects, consisting of predators, parasitoids, and pathogens, have attracted the attention of scientists and industry experts across the globe. Their unusual behaviors, from parasitism to cannibalism, exemplify a variety of biological behaviors and processes occurring within a balanced, yet complex ecosystem. They are ecofriendly and safe alternatives to pesticides yet still act as effective checks to pest populations.

  • Beyond Halal

    Exploring Dietary Preferences, Novel Ingredients and Techniques
    • 1st Edition
    • Amal A. Elgharbawy + 4 more
    • English
    In a world where dietary choices, sustainability, and supply chain transparency are becoming increasingly intertwined, Beyond Halal: Exploring Dietary Preferences, Novel Ingredients, and Techniques sheds light on the ethical and dietary considerations and challenges that arise in the context of Halal food practices. Written by leading experts of Halal food studies in their respective fields, Beyond Halal: Exploring Dietary Preferences, Novel Ingredients, and Techniques not only addresses the aspects of sourcing, production, distribution, and certification, but also examines the applications of nanomaterials in ethical and sustainable food production and explores the use of sustainable aquaculture practices to meet the dietary preferences of Halal consumers. This book takes a deep dive into the intersection of molecular gastronomy and health in the context of ethical food production, discusses plant-based innovation in Halal cuisine, and examines consumer behavior and preferences in relation to Halal practices. It also discusses the application of blockchain technology in enhancing transparency and integrity in the Halal supply chain, while focusing on the impact of consumer choices and ethical considerations.

  • Neuro-ophthalmological Pain

    Diagnosis and Treatment
    • 1st Edition
    • R. Silva-Néto + 1 more
    • English
    Neuro-ophthalmologic... Pain: Diagnosis and Treatment is written to address the many problems faced by patients with ocular pain of neurological origin. These patients are often incorrectly referred to ophthalmologists and otolaryngologists to diagnose eye problems or sinus disease, respectively. While these ailments are neurological in nature, the average time between the onset of pain and a visit to a neurologist is 13 years. By this point, many patients have received at least one wrong diagnosis. Additionally, some patients have undergone several unnecessary investigative tests, received improper or flawed treatment, and continued to suffer. Neuro-ophthalmologic... Pain: Diagnosis and Treatment contains information on a multitude of often-overlooked ailments in a single, comprehensive volume, for use by the neurologist as well as for all practitioners looking to guide their patients toward appropriate care. It will provide potentially life-changing information for those with ocular pain with decreased vision, ocular pain with ophthalmoplegia or ophthalmoparesis, ocular pain with papilledema, ocular pain with autonomic manifestations, and ocular pain that has overlap with ocular disorders. Neuro-ophthalmologic... Pain: Diagnosis and Treatment is a powerful tool in helping physicians establish correct diagnoses, so that they may either provide proper treatment or refer their patients to the correct medical specialists.

  • Immuno-oncology and Immunotherapy Part F

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 201
    • English
    Immuno-oncology and immunotherapy, Part F, Volume 201 in the Methods in Cell Biology series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on a variety of timely topics, including an Evaluation of agents that affect anti-tumor function of CD8+ T cells at activation, Cancer cyro-immunotherapy: Models and methods, Methods for analysis of cancer- and TLS-associated immune infiltrates by multiplex immunofluorescence histology, In-vivo measurement of the extracellular ATP concentration by bio-luminescent probes, and much more.Additional sections cover the Analysis of the tumor microenvironment using imaging mass cytometry data, Saphenous vein blood collection for different immune analyses of living mice, Use of mouse KO models to validate the specificity of monoclonal antibodies, Imaging mass cytometry to analyze the immune TME, Autoimmune arthritis: Transgenic mouse models and methods, Assessment of human and mouse tumor-antigen specific CD8+ T cells by multimer staining in multiple compartments, and more.

  • Transforming Global Healthcare Delivery

    Leveraging Technology to Increase Accessibility and Affordability
    • 1st Edition
    • Sandeep Reddy
    • English
    Transforming Global Healthcare Delivery: Leveraging Technology to Increase Accessibility and Affordability guides readers through the ongoing digital transformation of healthcare. The author makes the case for how tools like AI, telehealth, and data analytics can empower patients, connect underserved communities, and help health systems achieve the Quadruple Aim. Real-world examples along with the author's evaluations of digital health interventions showcase promising directions. The author argues realizing the full potential of new technologies requires corresponding advancement of care delivery models towards team-based, coordinated practice and spotlights innovative programs trailing shared appointments, community health workers, remote monitoring and more that can expand access and better meet individual needs. With authoritative analysis grounded in both research and practice, this book serves as a practical roadmap for digitally enabled, patient-centred care capable of delivering improved outcomes to all. Dr. Reddy has over 25 years of international experience as a clinician, researcher, and health system leader; offering an unmatched perspective on leveraging technology to enable patient-centred, value-based care. Transforming Global Healthcare Delivery: Leveraging Technology to Increase Accessibility and Affordability draws on extensive qualifications across medicine, public health, management, and informatics.

  • Honey Bioavailability

    Understanding Nutritional Benefits and Therapeutic Potential
    • 1st Edition
    • Rajesh Kumar Jaryal + 2 more
    • English
    Honey Bioavailability: Understanding Nutritional Benefits and Therapeutic Potential begins with an overview of sustainable apiculture practices, methods of honey harvesting, and global quality testing. The book also explores how honey as a functional food can optimize health, enhance nutrition, and aid in healing certain diseases. With a special emphasis on medical-grade honey and it pharmacological importance, readers will gain insights into honey’s bioavailability and the benefits of its antimicrobial, antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, anticancer, and antiaging properties. The book also highlights honey’s effectiveness in fighting certain respiratory diseases, viral infections such as Covid-19, diabetes, allergies, skin, periodontal diseases, and more.

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